Current Vacancies

We are inviting applications for Part Time Health Care Assistant and expressions of interest from candidates to be considered for current & future vacancies. By applying now, you’ll be added to our recruitment panel, giving you priority consideration when suitable roles become available.

The primary role of the Health Care Assistant will be to assist members of the multidisciplinary team in providing the highest standard of physical, psychological, social and spiritual care for patients, their relatives and friends

(i)            Mandatory A QQI/ FETAC LEVEL 5 in Healthcare or equivalent is essential.

(ii)           Desirable Experience in Palliative Care and /or healthcare setting.

(iii)          Two years’ experience as Health Care Assistant.

(iv)         Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

(v)          A desire to help / care for people.

(vi)         A reliable, diligent and trustworthy character.

(viii)       Treat all information confidentially and sensitively.

Closing date for receipt of all applications is Tuesday 24th February 2026 @ 10.00 a.m.

Please forward your application form and cover letter to Judy Tierney, HR Business Advisor, on jtierney@galwayhospice.ie

Galway Hospice Foundation is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Applicants must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) and ideally possess a Postgraduate qualification in Palliative Care / Oncology. 

• Be a Registered General Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
• Have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in Palliative Care Setting with a background of acute experience.
• Have a minimum of 2 years’ experience at Senior Staff Nurse level /Acting CNM level / CNSp level or its equivalent.
• Undertaking/ willing to undertake or have completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Palliative Care (or similar e.g. Oncology, Haematology, Gerontology).
• Have demonstrated Managerial / Leadership experience – a necessary requirement for the position
• Have completed / undergoing Management / Staff Supervisory training
• Knowledge of Quality Systems (e.g. HIQA, CHKS, ISO, JCI)
• Evidence of continuing professional development is essential.
• Possess well-developed interpersonal and effective organisational skills.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills suited to the ethos and environment of Hospice setting.

 Closing date for receipt of all applications is 2.00 p.m. Thursday, 5^th February, 2026

Informal enquiries for any / all positions can be made by telephoning Ms. Mairead Carr, or by email at mcarr@galwayhospice.ie

Please also contact Ann Dolan, Director of HR adolan@galwayhospice.ie for a detailed job description and Application Form or with expressions of interest.

Galway Hospice Foundation is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Based in Galway and reporting to the HR Generalist, the Volunteer Co-ordinator will support volunteers in their roles.  This will involve recruiting, training, organising and delegating volunteers to specified roles across the services of the Foundation and instilling accountability for the provision of a comfortable and safe environment for staff, patients and their families.

Candidates will have:

• Ideally a third level qualification / Supervisory Management qualification
• Excellent motivational, team orientated and people skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience of managing /supervising teams
• Experience of working with volunteers an advantage
• Excellent organisation and administrative ability
• Knowledge / experience of working within a quality system (e.g. HIQA, JCI, ISO, etc.)
• Experience of rostering / rotas a distinct advantage
• Intermediate level IT skills (Apps, MS Excel, Google sheets, etc.)

 

Closing date for receipt of all applications is 12.00 p.m. Tuesday, 3^rd February 2026

Informal enquiries / a detailed job description and Application Form can obtained by contacting Ms. Ann Dolan, Director of HR by email at adolan@galwayhospice.ie

The primary role of the Registrars on each site will be to provide specialist palliative care as part of a multidisciplinary team for patients with life-limiting illnesses. The aim is to maximise quality of life for patients by the provision of the highest quality symptom management and support. Registrars will participate in the relevant on-call rota.

 

Candidates will have:

• Registration with Irish Medical Council is essential.
• Enrolment in professional competence scheme as per IMC requirements.
• Significant level of experience in medicine, palliative medicine, oncology, general practice or related disciplines.
• Palliative medicine experience desirable (but not essential).
• High level of clinical skills and knowledge.
• Excellent communication skills and team working, with the ability to establish good interpersonal relationships with other staff and disciplines.
• An understanding of and commitment to the philosophy of palliative care.
• Computer skills an advantage.

 

Informal enquiries welcome:

Dr Camila Murtagh – cmurtagh@galwayhospice.ie  or 091-770868 (Galway)

Closing date for receipt of all applications is 2.00 p.m. Tuesday, 3rd February 2026

Please forward your CV in the strictest of confidence to Ann Dolan, Director of HR, at adolan@galwayhospice.ie

We are inviting expressions of interest from candidates to be considered for current & future vacancies. By applying now, you’ll be added to our recruitment panel, giving you priority consideration when suitable roles become available.

Join Our Nursing Panel. Make Every Moment Matter.

Full-Time, Permanent – Galway & Mayo

At Galway Hospice and Mayo Hospice, care is connection — listening, comforting, and being present in the moments that matter most.

If you’re a Staff Nurse who wants your skills to make every moment count — when people need it most — we’d love you on our panel for current and future full-time permanent roles in Galway and Mayo. By applying now, you’ll be placed on our recruitment panel for priority consideration as roles arise.

The Role

· Provide exceptional, person-centred care in our In-Patient Unit (IPU).

· Work alongside a collaborative multidisciplinary team that supports you to do your best work.

· Help create a calm, compassionate environment for patients and the people important to them.

Essential Criteria

· Registered in General Nursing with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).

· 12–18 months post-registration experience.

· Experience in palliative/oncology care is a plus (not essential).

· Ideally a P. Dip in Palliative Care (or related area), or willingness to complete post-probation.

· Strong teamwork, communication and organisation skills—and a warm, respectful approach to care.

Why Galway Hospice?

We’re a newly designated Section 38 organisation, offering a supportive culture, development opportunities and a career with meaning and impact.

How to Apply · Download the Job Description and Application Form.

Forward your completed Application Form and cover letter to Judy Tierney, HR Business Advisor, at jtierney@galwayhospice.ie.

Informal Enquiries: Donna Lynott — dlynott@galwayhospice.ie

 

Closing date: Monday, 3 November 2025 at 11:00 a.m.

 

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Galway Hospice is an Equal Opportunities Employer.